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    ピンとこない理由 (pin to konai riyuu - the reason why it doesn't make sense)

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression
    neutral

    How it works

    This phrase combines the idiomatic expression 'ピンとこない' (pin to konai - doesn't click, doesn't make sense) with the noun '理由' (riyuu - reason). 'ピンとこない' is formed from 'ピンとくる' (pin to kuru - to get it, to click) in its negative form. The entire phrase functions as a noun phrase referring to the underlying cause of a lack of understanding or clarity.

    Sample sentences

    その説明がピンとこない理由を教えてください。

    Please tell me the reason why that explanation doesn't make sense to you.

    彼がなぜそう言ったのか、ピンとこない理由が分からなかった。

    I couldn't understand the reason why his words didn't click with me.

    この複雑な問題がピンとこない理由を、もっと深く掘り下げる必要がある。

    We need to delve deeper into the reason why this complex problem isn't making sense.

    Quick facts

    idiom_origin:The 'ピンとくる' idiom suggests a sudden, clear understanding, like a 'ping' sound or a light bulb moment. 'ピンとこない' is its negative counterpart, indicating a lack of such an understanding.

    Mnemonic

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    Example

    その説明がピンとこない理由を教えてください。

    Please tell me the reason why that explanation doesn't make sense to you.

    彼がなぜそう言ったのか、ピンとこない理由が分からなかった。

    I couldn't understand the reason why his words didn't click with me.

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